A 190 Años del Nacimiento de Andrew Carnegie: El Impactante «Hombre del Acero»
Andrew Carnegie was born in Scotland on November 25, 1835. Later, he would achieve the American Dream and become the Man of Steel. Let's look at the full story.
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The Inspiring Beginning of the Wright Company in 1909
On November 23, 1909, Orville and Wilbur Wright go to their newly formed company, The Wright Company, to their workplace. This company had been founded the day before with an initial capital of one million dollars.
The Historic Day Apple and Microsoft Confidentially Befriended
On November 22, Apple and Microsoft signed an agreement granting Microsoft the right to use portions of the technology they had developed for the Mac display for free.
Watergate: El Impactante día que tanto Nixon como la Bolsa temblaron
On November 21, 1973, an 18-and-a-half-minute tape was released showing US President Nixon discussing what happened at the Democratic compound with his Chief of Staff, H.R. Haldeman. This incident undermined confidence in Nixon and began to affect the stock market: it fell 40% throughout the investigation.
Living with 3,000,000 Pounds of Monthly Inflation: Germany's Incredible Hyperinflation of 1923
On November 20, 1923, inflation in Germany reached its peak. The exchange rate reached $1 to $4.2 trillion, and inflation reached a staggering $3,250,000 per month. Prices doubled every two days, and workers were paid twice a day to buy things during the day before prices rose again at night. Let's look at the full story and its consequences for everyday life.
When Warren Buffett praised The Skillful Way Out of the Subprime Crisis
On November 17, 2010, Warren Buffett published an article in the New York Times titled "Pretty Good for Government Work" in which he thanked the government for its work in the dot-com crisis.
The surprising IPO of TheGlobe.com, the first social network
On November 13, 1998, TheGlobe.com launched its IPO (Initial Public Offering), rising 606% on its first day. Pre-registrant subscribers bought it at $9 and were able to sell it that same day at a closing price of $63.50, reaching an intraday high of $97.
42 Años Atrás Nacía Microsoft Windows: el Sistema Operativo Definitivo
On November 10, 1983, Microsoft unveiled the Windows operating system in New York City. Product launch events are commonplace now, but at the time, Gates' unveiling of the new software was described as "the most elaborate product introduction ever seen" and was unique in the industry.
The Fall of the Berlin Wall: 36 Years After the Historic Event
On November 9, 1989, the East German government announced that it would be possible to cross the border by requesting a permit. However, this was not entirely clear, giving the impression that the borders had been liberated. Within a few hours, people gathered at the crossings, managed to cross, and began destroying the wall.
The Tao of Warren Buffett: the memorable work turns 18
In November 2007, the book "The Tao of Warren Buffett," by Mary Buffett and David Clark, was released. Let's see how this book reveals the secrets of the Oracle of Omaha, the greatest investor in history.
When a Shocking Rumor Shut Down the New York Stock Exchange
At noon on November 7, 1918, rumors began to spread that Germany was surrendering and World War I was over. Euphoria erupted in the United States, and even the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) closed at 2:00 PM to celebrate. However, the story turned out to be false, or at least not entirely true. At the time, German officers were traveling to meet with Allied commanders, but peace wouldn't be signed until four days later, on November 11. Let's look at the full story of this peculiar event.
The Mariana Tragedy: A Terrifying Chapter in the History of the Vale Mining Company
The collapse of the Fundão Dam in Mariana, Minas Gerais, on November 5, 2015, is considered one of the worst environmental disasters in Brazilian history. The tragedy, caused by the collapse of a mining waste dam controlled by Samarco Mineração SA (a joint venture between mining company Vale SA and BHP Billiton), left a trail of destruction and suffering, with socio-environmental impacts that continue to this day. Let's look at the full story.